In 2018, Tom Saltsman and his crew brought a dragon to life. In 2019, a ghost ship appeared at their home at 32 Pleasant Street. And in 2020, when we needed this the most, the King of the Jungle…KONG!
I had driven down Pleasant Street last week to run a quick errand at Crosby’s when, out of the corner of my eye, I spotted a huge black ape squatting in the front yard on Pleasant Street. I had to stop and gape in awe at the sheer size and incredible detail of the work. This is the fourth year in a row that the Saltsman’s have combined Tom’s architectural skills with the yeoman’s work of a crew to create an incredible spectacle for Halloween.
With the snow that fell all day Friday, I wondered how King Kong might look with a dusting of white and was not disappointed when I pulled up with my family to stare up at this huge sculpture.
On Saturday, Tom plans to bring King Kong to life with animatronics which he last used for the dragon in 2018. There is a risk that the overnight freezing temperatures might affect the mechanism but I’m hopeful that Tom’s vision will be on full display today and bring smiles and joy to all who pass. I don’t think I’m the only one who feels very thankful to all involved for bringing wonder and joy during this most difficult of years.
Tom is an architect and builder and I’ve made it a point of linking to his site with each of the last two entries. If these displays are any indication of the attention he brings to his work, I couldn’t imagine a better business card to be had – see more about Tom’s work here: http://www.saltsmanbrenzel.com/
Tom’s work is beautiful! we look forward to seeing his creations every year, and this year feels extra special.
Wendy Bridgeo
Amazing! A wonderful treat to see!
The snow only makes him more of a wonder ??
I’m home today selling calendars and books during a contactless pop up shop (21 Shetland road til 2pm). If anyone visits this morning and gets video of the animatronics, please share it in a comment if you can!
Have you seen this in person Amy N. Durbin?
Diane Carpenter Lee yes
Patrick Burke
People like Tom Saltsman are what make my home town so unique. Wish I was walking by right now!!!
WOWEEE!! Tom you created something fantastic for all on Halloween! Thank You!
I just love this and all his fun displays each year! We are so lucky! Happy Halloween! ???
Debbie have you seen this yet?
Bravo!
Barbara Rzany Turney
Andrew Dion
Fantastic!
THANKS, EYAL!!!! ?
Wow, would love to see that in person! Thanks for taking the photo and sharing, and kudos to Tom and crew for their amazing creation(s)!
Awsom
Awesome and a great photo
That’s awesome! I’d love to see it up close
I am imagining Kong on my front lawn in St Pete, but there’s no snow, just black all over sitting on green grass.
Another wonderful exhibit for Halloween this year. We are so fortunate to have something like this year in and year out but especially so this year. Thanks to all who brought this to MHD!